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The accident at Chesnay, illustration from Le Petit Journal
STC415976 The accident at Chesnay, illustration from Le Petit Journal: Supplement illustre, 1898 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: L Accident du Chesnay: Une Maison ecroulee; ); The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22368992
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Building Site Falling Down Labourers
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The Accident at Chesnay - A Devastating Collapse
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This photo print, titled "The Accident at Chesnay" takes us back to a fateful day in 1898. The image, originally featured in Le Petit Journal's Supplement illustre, vividly captures the chaos and destruction that unfolded on a construction site. In this heart-wrenching scene, we witness the catastrophic collapse of a house under construction. Labourers and workers scramble for safety as debris rains down around them. The sheer force of the falling structure is evident from the scattered materials and dust cloud engulfing the area. The photograph serves as a stark reminder of the dangers faced by those involved in building projects during the 19th century. It highlights both their resilience and vulnerability as they navigate hazardous working conditions with limited safety measures. Despite its somber tone, this historical snapshot also offers an opportunity for reflection on progress made in ensuring worker safety over time. As we gaze upon this powerful image, let us appreciate how far we have come in prioritizing human lives above all else within our modern construction industry. "The Accident at Chesnay" remains an enduring testament to these brave labourers' struggles and serves as a poignant reminder that every effort must be made to prevent such tragedies from occurring again.
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